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Italy
The front page of ANSA.it on September 17, 2026, features a prominent story about Donald Trump's statements regarding the EU and Canada's potential association. Other top stories include an update on Italy's car tax policy changes under the Meloni government, and a separate informational piece…
Donald Trump makes a statement that the EU's association with Canada would be an 'operation ridiculous' and an alliance 'against someone'. The European Commission views it as a strengthening of common ties.
The Italian government under Giorgia Meloni has decided to abolish the car tax for small and medium-sized vehicles. This decision has faced some political opposition and is a significant policy change.
An informational piece explains that the car tax will be removed for 70% of vehicles, including city cars, utilitarian vehicles, and small SUVs, detailing who will no longer have to pay the tax.
